Exoskeletal-Assisted Walking


For someone who cannot stand or walk, robotic exoskeletal technology allows not only a newfound mobility and independence, but it also provides a method to improve general health after spinal cord injury. Dr. Spungen is investigating the myriad medical benefits that this mechanical device offers its users, as well as questions related to its safety with daily usage in hospital and home/community settings.

STUDY : Powered Exoskeleton for Veterans with Knee Osteoarthritis

Principal investigator: Ann Spungen Ed.D.
PI Email: Ann.Spungen@va.gov
PI Work: (718) 584-9000 ext. 5814

Study Research Coordinator(s)  
Ashley Pauly
Email: Ashley.Pauly@va.gov    
Work: (718) 584-9000 ext.2197            
David Kim
Email: David.Kim12@va.gov
Work: (718) 584-9000 ext.3122  
Michael Elliott
Email: Michael.Elliott2@va.gov
Work: (718) 584-9000 ext.1751  

DURATION:

  • No more than 12 sessions
  • Up to 1 hour per session
  • 2-3 sessions per week  
  • Reimbursement $25

STUDY

Powered Exoskeleton for Veterans with Knee Osteoarthritis   ClinicalTrials.gov
Identifier: NCT04653896

SUMMARY OF STUDY

This study compares the Keeogo against standard knee braces. The Keeogo is a robotic exoskeleton that helps the knees while walking, sitting, standing, and going up/downstairs. The purpose is to evaluate if the Keeogo improves mobility, reduces pain, and provides an overall satisfactory experience to the user.

INCLUSION CRITERIA

  • Ages 18-89 Significant knee Osteoarthritis
  • Prescribed a knee brace
  • Limitations to mobility due to knee pain  

STUDY: Effectiveness of a Knee Exoskeleton in Providing Ambulation Assistance in Individuals with Knee Osteoarthritis

Principal investigator: Ann Spungen Ed.D.
PI Email: Ann.Spungen@va.gov
PI Work: (718) 584-9000 ext. 5814

Study Research Coordinator(s)  
Ashley Pauly
Email: Ashley.Pauly@va.gov    
Work: (718) 584-9000 ext.2197            
David Kim
Email: David.Kim12@va.gov
Work: (718) 584-9000 ext.3122  
Michael Elliott
Email: Michael.Elliott2@va.gov
Work: (718) 584-9000 ext.1751  

DURATION

  • 2 sessions
  • Up to 2 hours per session  
  • Reimbursement $75 per visit

STUDY

Effectiveness of a Knee Exoskeleton in Providing Ambulation Assistance in Individuals with Knee Osteoarthritis

SUMMARY OF STUDY

The purpose of this study is to evaluate mobility outcomes, pain perception, and satisfaction with the Omni as compared with standard knee braces. OMNI is a robotic exoskeleton for providing assistance on knees during stand and walking for a population with impaired mobility (Knee OA).

INCLUSION CRITERIA

  • Ages 18-89
  • Significant knee Osteoarthritis
  • Prescribed a knee brace
  • Limitations to mobility due to knee pain 

STUDY: Empowering mobility in people with Spinal Cord Injury with a hands-free, self-balancing personal exoskeleton

Principal investigator: Ann Spungen Ed.D.
PI Email: Ann.Spungen@va.gov
PI Work: (718) 584-9000 ext. 5814

Study Research Coordinator(s)  
Ashley Pauly
Email: Ashley.Pauly@va.gov    
Work: (718) 584-9000 ext.2197            
David Kim
Email: David.Kim12@va.gov
Work: (718) 584-9000 ext.3122  
Michael Elliott
Email: Michael.Elliott2@va.gov
Work: (718) 584-9000 ext.1751  

DURATION

  • 10 sessions
  • 1-2 hours per session  
  • Reimbursement $25

STUDY

Empowering mobility in people with Spinal Cord Injury with a hands-free, self-balancing personal exoskeleton

SUMMARY OF STUDY

This study aims to show that the Eve robotic walking device is safe and can be properly used by people with spinal cord injury, with a companion, to help them. The device, developed by Wandercraft, is a new type of robotic exoskeleton device, offering powered support to stand and walk again, without needing crutches or a walker. It can be used by people with higher-level SCI, who have limited hand function.

INCLUSION CRITERIA

  • Ages 18-89
  • SCI T6 and above